Silk-skinned or “mask-face” dolls became a popular craft in
Japan in the 1920s and 1930s, allowing the individual to design
elaborate kimono for dolls representing women of various periods of Japanese history, particularly the Edo period.
Dolls of this type continued to be made and were a popular item for
servicemen and tourists to bring back after World War II, though they
also might choose dolls representing similar subjects made with gofun faces.
The male is dressed in black and tan brocade fabrics. Center, is a close up of his upper torso. Right, Above, is a view of his costume from the back. |
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